Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Hours
Sun: 10am to 6pm
Reviews for Boca Raton Animal Medical Center
Few things are more frightening than an emergency involving your pet.
Our Emergency Care Services
It’s not always easy knowing whether you should seek emergency care. While this list is by no means exhaustive, here are a few symptoms and situations that always warrant an emergency vet visit:
Unresponsiveness or lethargy
Difficulty breathing or respiratory distress
Suspected heatstroke or hyperthermia
Inability to urinate or defecate or straining to do so
Difficulty giving birth, prolonged labor, or the presence of a stuck puppy or kitten
Traumatic injuries, such as being hit by a car or attacked by another animal
Seizures or convulsions
Eye injuries or sudden loss of vision
Collapse or sudden loss of consciousness
Signs of shock, such as pale gums, rapid heartbeat, and weak pulse
Suspected heart attack or another cardiac emergency
Profuse vomiting or diarrhea, especially if blood is present or if it is accompanied by abdominal pain
Severe or prolonged pain
Ingestion of toxic substances, such as rat poison, chocolate, or human medications
Suspected broken bones, dislocated joints, or severe lameness
Excessive bleeding or bleeding that doesn't stop within 5 minutes
Allergic reactions, such as swelling of the face or difficulty breathing